The budget doesn’t have to be a deal-breaker when looking for family and friend outings in Southern California.
We’ve rounded up five free events for your upcoming calendar, including the 90th anniversary of the Queen Mary‘s historic maiden voyage.
The event will be celebrated with a daylong celebration on May 27, the same date that the ocean liner first sailed in 1936.
The free event, a centerpiece of the ship’s ongoing year-long anniversary programming, invites guests to step aboard for experiences that honor the ship’s legacy.
Other upcoming events in SoCal that don’t charge an admission fee include:
When: April 25Where: Piazza della Famiglia, Little Italy, San DiegoWhat: The two-day festival will fill the streets of San Diego’s Little Italy district with more than 250 fine artists, four music stages and interactive art for families.
When: May 2Where: Ernie Howlett Park, Rolling Hills EstatesWhat: The four cities of Palos Verdes Estates, Rancho Palos Verdes, Rolling Hills and Rolling Hills Estates are jointly sponsoring the PVP Equine Ready event, which will feature presentations from veterinarians specializing in various areas of equine health.
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